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Buying a Double Buggy From Birth When it comes to choosing the ideal double buggy, there are plenty of aspects to consider. Katie Billingsley, a postnatal retreat expert from the Fourth Trimester, gave us her advice on everything ranging from seating options and age groups to folding mechanisms and storage. A must-have for active families This buggy will grow with your family from twins through to toddlers. It's lightweight and movable, and is able to handle uneven terrain with ease. What kind of buggy do you want? A double buggy is ideal for transporting two children, but not necessarily of the same age, side-by-side. They can also be used as prams and have recline mechanisms within each seat, allowing your children can sit or lie down in different positions. Many have ample storage for everything from snacks and drinks to nappies and wipes. They're typically lightweight, fold up easily and small enough to fit into your car boot. If you drive a great amount, you should check that the buggy can be easily pushed around by folding the wheels into your car boot, and then removed. You may have seen this kind of double buggy on other mums strollers, or even in one as a kid. They're great for twins or older siblings who want to keep up with you. They also come in various seating configurations such as 'cinema seats'. They are usually simple to navigate, and if you select a model that has a soft suspension, they will easily navigate the kerbs. Tandem buggies, which are simpler to turn than side-by-sides, are also popular. This is due to the fact that the second seat is placed behind the first, instead of sitting on top of it. The seats are generally bigger and bulkier than a side-by-side, so you should check whether they can fit through doors or on public transport. They can be used for twins or a toddler and baby or three kids with the inclusion of a buggy board. Lastly there are the'single-to-double' convertibles which can be used as a single pushchair from birth then convert to a double by attaching a second seat, carrycot or car seat to their clever frame. They're more expensive than tandem buggies or side-byside buggies, but they offer plenty of flexibility and come with a premium resale price. They are easy to steer and have large storage bins. They also have the ability to handle uneven surfaces. Some even have an integrated ride-on board that can be used as cinema seating for your older child. Do you have twins? Double buggys are the most efficient method of transporting your children, regardless of whether they are twins or older siblings. There are two primary types of double buggy – side-by-side buggies in which your children sit together and tandem buggies in which one baby is above the other. Both buggies can be fitted with two seats fixed. However, side-by-side buggies are narrower to fit through doors. Tandems tend to be larger in general. They can also accommodate a carrycot and toddler seats. Do stokke double stroller have one? Having a younger sibling can be an enormous responsibility initially, particularly when you must tend to the baby. They might be a bit irritated when they are in a baby carrier while you push the older one to the side and so having a double buggy from the start can make everything simpler. It will aid your child in settling into their new role of a 'big brother or sister'. Double buggies that are side-by-side are often considered to be the best choice for twins as they allow both children to have the same view, however they can be hefty and heavy. We love the streamlined B-AGILE DOUBLE from Leclerc with its innovative frame that expands in width to accommodate two fixed seats and offers various configuration options, including the second seat being used as an infant carrier or bassinet. We recommend the Mountain Buggy Double Trailblazer to families who are active and are keen to explore. This clever buggy is a single-pushchair which can be made double by adding a second seat or carrycot (depending on the model). Its smooth ride is perfect for rough terrain and it has lots of clever features that will ensure that everyone is happy. Do you require an effective system of travel for your business? Double buggies are excellent to transport your children around in comfort however they're not essential for every family. Depending on your lifestyle, and the age gap between your kids you may be able to do with a single stroller and some attachments like toddler harnesses and baby carriers that let you carry your child around on their back or in front of you. There are three kinds of double buggies: tandem, side-by-side, and convertible. Side-by-side buggies have two seats close to each other, so your children can see each one another. They are larger than a single stroller and aren't easy to navigate around kerbs. Tandem buggies offer an alternative that is smaller, with a single seat in the front and another in the rear, but they can be still quite large and heavy to push. Convertible double buggies are great because they let you convert your single stroller into a dual buggy by simply attaching an infant bassinet or car seat to the frame. This allows you to keep your baby in their car seat until they're ready to transition into the main buggy seat. The UPPababy V2 is a great example of this – it can be used for twins or a toddler, an infant, or even three children with the optional PiggyBack Board. As your children grow older and more capable, you can use a double buggy to accompany them to cycling trips or other day trips in which they prefer walking. It's important to remember that your kids may not always like to be in a stroller, and may become tired and disgruntled during longer trips. So, before you decide to invest in a double stroller from the beginning be sure to consider the above factors and your family's specific circumstances. A solid and reliable double stroller will simplify life especially if you need to navigate through busy streets or crowded shopping centres.